Businessman Samuel Kamau Macharia raided the Nairobi offices and announced he had taken over its management.
Witnesses at the offices on Hazina Towers said Macharia and his group broke doors before he announced he had fired some staff.
This was against a court order stopping his moves.
There is a tussle for control of the firm.
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The matter was reported to the Central police station and the matter to the Insurance Regulatory Authority.
The principal officer and the chief executive officer Sammy Kanyi said he had reported the matter for an investigation.
He said he expected police to take action.
Police later visited the offices and said they are investigating the drama.
A court had last year stopped Macharia from attempting to take over the firm.
He has been tussling with the management for its control.
“Pending the hearing and determination of the Suit herein, a temporary injunction is hereby issued restraining the 1st to 6th and 12th Defendants/Respondents whether by themselves, their servants or agents or